Sous Chef (Western Cuisine) at The Walt Disney Company

New Territories, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong SAR

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food & Beverage, HospitalityIndustries

Requirements

Understanding of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), general food sanitation and safety
Good at leading and managing culinary staffs in a concept operation
Experience in high quality, 4 and 5-star hotel and/or restaurant operations
Be creative and have good knowledge about food product and techniques
Good organizational skills and able to thrive in a rapidly changing environment
A people leader and able to motivate the team to achieve highest performance and standard
Fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin preferred but not required
Accuracy and speed in handling emergency situations and providing solutions
Familiar with industry’s best practices

Responsibilities

Leading and managing kitchen staffs, and providing on-the-job training
Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation
Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards
Promote teamwork and flawless interaction between the different kitchens/outlets
Supervising and organizing kitchen activities in a hygienic & safe environment
Controlling food cost and quality, food hygiene and work safety, quality and consistency according to Disney’s standard compliance
Prepares some elaborate dishes for multiple locations
Maintains kitchen equipment and manage utensils inventory

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

HACCPFood SanitationKitchen ManagementStaff TrainingFood Cost ControlHygiene StandardsSafety ComplianceInventory ManagementTeam LeadershipWestern CuisineEmergency Handling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Sous Chef position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Sous Chef role remote or office-based?

The position is based in Lantau Island, Hong Kong, indicating an on-site role at Hong Kong Disneyland.

What skills and experience are required for this Sous Chef job?

Requirements include understanding of HACCP and food sanitation, experience in 4-5 star hotel/restaurant operations, good leadership and organizational skills, creativity in food techniques, and fluency in English with Cantonese and Mandarin preferred.

What is the company culture like for this kitchen role at Disney?

The culture emphasizes teamwork, high performance standards, motivation of staff, and compliance with Disney’s quality, hygiene, and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

What makes a strong candidate for the Sous Chef position?

Strong candidates have experience leading kitchen staff in high-end operations, HACCP knowledge, creativity with food, ability to handle emergencies, and skills to motivate teams in a fast-changing environment.